Belluna’s Big Adventure in the Sky: A Dance-It-Out Creative Movement Story for Young Movers (Dance-It-Out! Creative Movement Stories for Young Movers)

“ Fantastically Fun Book That Will Have Families Dancing! ” —Reading with Your Kids (A Certified Great Read) “A wonderfully unique book that engages both mind and body .” —Indies Today Belluna’s Big Adventure in the Sky is a 2021 Royal Dragonfly First Place and PenCraft Award First Place Winner. Belluna is a basketball player, sister, and daughter with one remarkable feature . While on a family outing, a storm sweeps Belluna up on a wild ride . As she is tossed about by the wind, Belluna discovers she can overcome her fear and embrace her uniqueness to take control of her movement and her mind. Ballerina Konora joins each page with suggested actions to get kids moving alongside Belluna in her tale of level-headed tenacity and celebration of individuality . Each Dance-It-Out! story is a movement-based children’s one-act for the imagination stage . Movement, technique, and dance concepts in this story include: • Dance Posture • Passé • Plié • Leg Lift (Kick) • First Position Arms • Pointed Toes • Turned Out Legs • Warming Up • Fall • Spin • Reach • Jump • Crouch • Roll • Twist • Lean Forward/Backward/Sideways • Body Part Isolation • Body Coordination • Creating Shapes • Wide/Narrow • Levels • Counting Movements • Small Motor Skills • Storytelling Themes include Individuality, Keeping Calm and Focused, Problem-Solving, Mindful Meditation, Guided Imagery, Relaxation, Affirmations, Dealing with Emotions, Handling Worry, Liking and Being Yourself, and New Experiences . The Dance-It-Out books can be used as a supplement for dance or theater studio classes or camps. Belluna’s Big Adventure in the Sky would pair well with themes such as Basketball, Ice-Skating, Photography, Wind Farm/Turbine, Apple Picking, Flying, Calm Meditating, Focusing the Mind, Self-Acceptance, Learning New Things, Apple Pies, Rainbows, Cats, Giraffes, Hamsters, Sports, Photography, and Crows Dance-It-Out! movement journeys are ideal for dance, pre-ballet, creative movement, preschool, daycare, early learning, physical education, homeschool, kindergarten, or first-grade activities as well as library storytimes. The full collection features male/female/nongendered diverse characters and a variety of movement concepts and themes. Books make a great gift for boys or girls interested in dance, ballet, gymnastics or yoga, or reluctant readers who enjoy getting up and moving. About the Author Ballerina Konora is a professional ballet dancer. She previously danced with Pacific Northwest Ballet’s Professional Division and Texture Contemporary Ballet. Growing up, she danced iconic roles such as Sugar Plum Fairy and Cinderella. Konora’s mother, Teacher Terrel, taught creative movement and ballet for decades and was recognized by her local City Council (2014) for embodying the spirit of partnership and commitment to children in our community for her work with young dancers. She’s breathed dance from every angle and is a Pacific Northwest Ballet Trustee.